I Wish I Didn't Post That... But I'm Glad I Did

<p>We admit we've posted some rather embarrassing posts on social media. In particular, my co-host, Mike Johnson, talks about a post he initially regretted, but then realized it's what brought all of us together. In fact, it's a post that initiated much of the discussion we're having today about the relationships between CISOs and security vendors.</p> <p>On this week's episode of the CISO/Security Vendor Relationship Podcast, we discuss:</p> <ul> <li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">A CISO that eagerly wants to talk to security vendors</span>: CISO of Mitel, and former guest, Allan Alford sent a shock through the industry when he said he was going to reserve time to actually speak with security vendors. Why was this announcement such a big deal?</li> <li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">One CISO and one CTO admit to posts they regret</span>: Turns out posts you wish you didn't write actually shake up the pot so much that they form relations, like the two you hear on this show.</li> <li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">We play "What's Worse?!</span>" Possibly our toughest round of the game ever. Hint: think security policies.</li> <li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">What Do You Think of This Pitch</span>? Mike and our guest dissect a pitch from a listener. They advise what should be taken out, and what should be put in its place.</li> <li><span style="text-decoration: underline;">Ask a CISO</span>: Do CISOs need consultative resellers? When are they valuable? If not now, were they valuable?</li> <li>And as always, we've got launch with a great 10-second security tip.</li> </ul> <p>Today's episode is hosted by me, <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/davidspark/">David Spark</a> (<a href="http://twitter.com/dspark">@dspark</a>), founder, <a href="http://sparkmediasolutions.com/">Spark Media Solutions</a> and <a href= "https://www.linkedin.com/in/mikevj/">Mike Johnson</a>, CISO, <a href="http://lyft.com/">Lyft</a>. Our guest this week is <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/mdk